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For some weird reason, Ralsei felt more comfortable in Kris' room than his own. He however would only go in there if Kris wasn't there. Making them uncomfortable was the last thing Ralsei would ever want to do. He also never dared to go on their bed. One, he's pretty sure Darkners don't exactly need to "sleep". And two, Ralsei didn't wanna get too comfy in the bed. Though sleep wasn't needed, it felt tempting to take a quick nap from time to time. Ralsei pushed these thoughts away though. He's a prince. Prince's shouldn't have breaks, and especially not him.
But today he just felt off. As Ralsei cleaned around the castle, his body moved slower, no, sluggish. There was no time to stop moving though. Kris and Susie were coming tomorrow, so the place needed to look presentable! After about an hour, Ralsei couldn't do it anymore. His eyes would close for seconds at the time. Why was this happening? Tiredness could not overtake his body. But.. rest sounded so good right now. He huffed, obviously frustrated, and decided to take a short break in Kris' room. He made his way there and plopped down on the floor, pulling his knees to his chest. Ralsei leaned his head back against the wall, staring at the bed. it was so tempting to just go lie down.. maybe for a minute.. and doze off—
No! Invading in someones bed is rude! Especially when they aren't here to give consent.
…Well, he has been sneaking in their room often without asking..
Okay, fine! Ralsei made up his mind, He stood up and walked over to Kris' bed, hesitating before sitting down, then eventually changing his position to lie his head on the pillow. This felt.. nice. Cozy even. Why did this feel so relaxing? Ralsei yawned as he closed his eyes. Maybe this little prince did need a nap. A quick one, then he'd go back to cleaning up the castle to see his two best friends. He smiled to himself, thinking of Susie and Kris, before slowly drifiting off to sleep.
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A clank of metal woke Ralsei out of his sleep. He stirred, trying to think of who or what could possibly be making that noise. Huh, weird, it oddly sounds like the armor Kris wears when they.. take it.. off. Ralsei immediately sat up and looked over, and yes, it was none other than Kris. They were halfway through taking off their armor. Why were they here?! And just how long was Ralsei asleep for?!
"Sorry for waking you, sleeping beauty." Kris teased with a small smile.
But Ralsei ignored this comment. This wasn't funny. At all. He'd slept for too long, and now Kris caught them in their bed. "I— I, um…" He scrambled for words. They probably think Ralsei is weird, who even sleeps in someone elses room? Were they going to be mad? Would they even be friends after this? All these thoughts overloaded Ralsei's mind as he teared up, not being able to bare the thought of losing his close friend.
"Kris— I— I'm sorry!" He started, his voice shaking. "I don't know what c-came over me! I was so tired— and I— I didn't k-know where else to go, please f-forgive m—me!" He whimpered, burying his face in his paws. Crying is humilating, so why did he do it so often? Before Ralsei could get anymore words out, Kris pulled him into a tight hug. He felt their hand gently pet his fur as he cried.
Kris held him for a while, Ralsei has no idea how long, but then he hears them talk again. "Why would I get mad at you for sleeping?" They mumbled. Ralsei sniffled, trying to find a reason.
"I snuck in your room without p-permission, wouldn't you want me to get out..?"
"Honestly, it makes me feel flattered your comfortable enough to fall asleep in my bed."
That made Ralsei blush. He was glad to know Kris wasn't angry, and a bit embarrassed he'd cried so easily. But then he realized something. "Um Kris? W-why are you down here? I thought you and Susie were coming tomorrow?"
"No reason." Kris responded a little too fast for Ralsei. "Anyways, since we're both here, wanna.. sleep together?"
That was when Ralsei let go of the hug, pulling himself out of Kris' arms. He stood up and looked off to side, nervously fiddling with the bottom of his robe. "Actually, I think it'd be best if I head back to my room!" He looked back at Kris, who was still sitting on the bed. They frowned which made Ralsei feel terrible. But he really didn't wanna stay longer to bother Kr—
"Wait, who's that?!' Kris suddenly interrupted Ralsei's thoughts. They pointed at the door, concerned. He panicked for a moment, someone must've snuck into the castle and found their way to this room! He whipped his head around, only too see nobody there. Just then, strong arms pulled him back on the bed. Ralsei yelped as his back hit the mattress. He opened his eyes to see Kris had crawled ontop of him, pinning him down to the bed.
A rare but mischievous grin took over their face, and they leaned in so close to his face, almost kissing him. "Now you have to stay." They obivously enjoyed the flustered look Ralsei had on.
"KRIS! Don't do that!"
"What? Make you feel appreciated?"
Kris rolled off of Ralsei, laid on their side, and pulled the blanket on. Ralsei thought for a second before he also rolled over to lay on his side, facing Kris. He then moved closer to Kris. They wrapped an arm around Ralsei, pulling him into their chest. "Stay with me, okay? Please don't go." Kris mumbled in his fur. He was so glad Kris couldn't see how much he was blushing right now. They were cuddling. Actually cuddling. And Ralsei has never cuddled with someone before. It felt so warm being embraced by someone. If only it could be like this everyday, listening to their heartbeat and feeling their chest rise up and down so peacefully. The two were quiet for awhile until Ralsei spoke up.
"Kris? I'm.. really glad we can spend time like this. It makes me feel a way for you I can't describe. It sounds weird, I know! B-but.. I think I— No, I know I— Ugh, I can't get it out! Kris, I—"
Snoooooore.
Oh.
They had fallen asleep.
Ralsei could only chuckle as he decided he could talk to Kris in the morning when they woke up. For now, he just needed to enjoy the time he has with them.